Staphylococcus epidermidis

Cat no. YSL-qP-EC-S.epider-100

Human, qPCR, SinglePlex

A complete qPCR kit for the detection of Staphylococcus epidermidis

Staphylococcus epidermidis is a common skin bacterium that can cause infections in both humans and animals, particularly in healthcare settings. It is known for its resistance to antibiotics and can lead to serious complications if left untreated. Early detection is crucial to prevent the spread of infections and reduce the risk of antibiotic resistance development, especially in the healthcare and veterinary sectors.

YouSeq's qPCR kit to detect Staphylococcus epidermidis allows for rapid and accurate identification of this pathogen, enabling timely treatment and infection control measures. By detecting this target early, healthcare providers and veterinarians can prevent the spread of infections and improve patient outcomes, ultimately reducing the burden on healthcare systems and minimizing the risk of antibiotic resistance emergence.

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Contents

• Target Specific primer/probe
  
• Endogenous control primer/probe
  
• qPCR OneStep MasterMix
  
• Positive control template
  
• DNase/RNase free water
  
• Template resuspension buffer
  
• ROX passive reference

Technical specification
Target Gene(s):GNAT family N-acetyltransferase gene
Efficiency: 90-110%
Sensitivity: <100 copy detection
Run Time: Approx 1hr30 (dependent on instrumentation)
Target Pathogen: FAM labelled
Endogenous Control: VIC/HEX labelled

Pseudonyms
Staph epidermidis; Coagulase-negative staphylococci; S. epidermidis; Staphylococcus capitis; Staphylococcus saprophyticus; Staphylococcus warneri; Staphylococcus hominis